As 2024 comes to a close, we’re reflecting on another year of supporting incredible business owners like you. This year, we shared invaluable tips, trends, and insights to help you strengthen your financial health and grow your business. Here’s a quick look back at some of the highlights:
- Focusing on Financial Health:
We launched our initiative to help businesses assess and improve their financial health, empowering you to access more capital and achieve sustainable growth. - Insights from our COO:
Our COO, Ana Hammock, shared her top business success tips, including the importance of strategy, resilience, and maintaining a clear vision for growth. - Essential Insurance Tips:
For hurricane season and beyond – we provided guidance on preparing your business for unexpected weather events and more, through both traditional and parametric insurance. - Using AI to Enhance Customer Experience:
We explored how leveraging AI can help small businesses optimize marketing, personalize customer interactions, and streamline operations. - Tips for Improving Credit:
We provided actionable steps to boost your business credit, helping you secure better financing options and set your business up for long-term success. - Safeguarding Against Scams:
We discussed common fraud schemes and offered tips to protect your business from scams that can cause serious harm. - Getting Organized for Tax Season:We provided tips on organizing your finances, ensuring compliance, and maximizing deductions to avoid surprises at tax time.
Thank you for continuing to be a part of the Ascendus community. We look forward to continuing to support your business growth and financial success in 2025 and beyond!
Watch our newest video in the Stories of Ascension series, and meet Quontay, the visionary behind Emerald City Plant Shop, Boston’s first Black-owned plant nursery. Inspired by the rise in plant popularity during the pandemic, Quontay started by selling plants at local markets before establishing her own shop. With expansion in mind, she secured an Ascendus Line of Credit, enabling her to remodel the store, hire staff, and stock up on inventory. This capital didn’t just benefit her business; it also enriched her community. Her remodel included a café to draw in more customers and a gathering space for community events, meetings, and classes.
A GIFT FOR YOUR BUSINESS: NEW LOAN PRODUCTS AND EVENTS:
This season, give your business the gift of growth! Whether you’re looking for a loan, line of credit, or personal finance coaching, check out these new products – or view the full list on our website.
Florida State Small Business Credit Initiative
Provides accessible and flexible financing to support the growth and success of small businesses across the state. Whether you need working capital, equipment, or funding for renovations, we’re here to help.
Small Business Catalyst Fund
In partnership with Fifth Third Bank and Community Reinvestment Fund, USA we introduce the Small Business Catalyst Fund – an innovative program that connects entrepreneurs with flexible funding options tailored to the unique needs of small businesses in local communities.
LOOKING BACK
Read our newsletter on Focusing on Financial Health
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